Job Description

Job Description:

Join a Growing Radiation Oncology Program at Intermountain Health!

Intermountain Health is expanding its state-of-the-art Radiation Oncology services and is seeking an ABR-certified or board-eligible Medical Physicist to become an integral part of our innovative and collaborative team.

This is an exciting opportunity to practice at the forefront of cancer care while helping shape the future of a growing oncology program. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will partner closely with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, therapists, and fellow physicists to deliver high-quality, patient-centered treatment across multiple sites.

In this role, you will share responsibility with a team of Medical Physicists supporting three advanced treatment facilities; Logan Regional Hospital, McKay-Dee Hospital and Layton Hospital.

This position offers variety, professional collaboration, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse patient population. Occasional travel between facilities is required to provide coverage and support, fostering strong connections with colleagues throughout the region.

If you're passionate about advancing cancer care and want to be part of an organization committed to excellence, innovation, and patient-centered healing, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity!

Why Join Us? 

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a program that embraces advanced techniques including frameless SRS with HyperArc, tattoo-free SGRT setups, extensive use of SBRT & hypofractionation, and a very active HDR program for gynecological, prostate, and skin treatments. We recently started a radioligand therapy program at our Logan location housed within Radiation Oncology. 
• Collaborative & Stable Team: Work alongside 4 physicians, 3 physicists, and 3 dosimetrists across three sites in Logan, Ogden and Layton with your primary location being in Logan. 
• Lifestyle & Location: Enjoy the vibrant lifestyle of Utah—world-class skiing, hiking, and national parks—while living in a region known for its affordable cost of living and strong community. 
  
   

Technology & Programs 

• Treatment Platforms: Varian TrueBeam systems at Logan, and Ogden locations. 
• Imaging & Simulation: VisionRT SGRT (2 locations), GE CT simulators (2 locations) 
• Brachytherapy: Varian Bravos (All locations) 
• Accreditation: ASTRO-APEX accredited 
• Software: Aria R&V and Eclipse v16.1 TPS with GPU acceleration. Upgrading to V18.2 by end of 2026. 
• QA Tools: Sun Nuclear SRS MapCheck, IC Profiler, and 1D scanning tank. Varian Portal Dosimetry, Radformation suite (ClearCheck, ClearCalc, RadMonteCarlo, EZFluence, AutoContour, RadMachine) 

Essential Functions

• Oversees the development and implementation of the procedure for calibration of radiation therapy equipment in accordance with the current standards of the American Association of Physicist in Medicine (AAPM) and state and federally governed agencies and formulates and oversees all aspects of brachytherapy within the department and those procedures performed in other departments in collaboration with the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to maintain safety standards.
• Assumes responsibility for providing performing calibrations and quality control in compliance with state regulations and in accordance with the standards of AAPM on all therapeutic radiation machines as required by the Division of Radiation Control and commissions new or upgraded equipment to achieve compatibility with existing machines.
• Coordinates with the Chief Therapist the technical functions in the department in order to ensure that physician's instructions for simulation and treatment of patients are carried out as prescribed and intended, and directs, coordinates and performs all aspects of treatment planning, preparation of beam shaping devices, etc.
• Actively works as a Medical physicist and provides routine clinical radiation therapy physicist services, consults with oncologists on the physical aspects of patient's treatment, and assists in the development of radiation treatment plans.
• Coordinates the radioactive Materials Licenses issued by the NRC and state agencies pertaining to brachytherapy sources with the RSO, reports all variances to administrative staff and the Radiation Safety Officer, researches new equipment developments and techniques, assess the impact on and reviews existing local standards, advises on procurement of new equipment and compiles reports to initiate changes.
• Schedules rotations as appropriate between facilities, acts as an advocate for new and advanced technology, participates in the development and implementation of department Quality Improvement Plan and ensures the delivery of high quality health care.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• May provide in-services for staff training, serve as Radiation Safety Officer, and write policies and procedures in collaboration with other Radiation Oncology leaders.

Skills

• Radiation Safety
• Dosimetry
• Radiation Oncology
• Treatment Plans
• Documentations
• Medical Physics
• Quality Improvement
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Collaboration
  
   

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Health or Medical Physics from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
• Certification by one of the following: American Board of Radiology or American Board of Medical Physics in Radiation Oncology Physics or Canadian College of Medical Physics.
• Licensure in the state of practice as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location:

Intermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital, Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital

Work City:

Logan

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.  

$101.55 - $156.73

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Remote work

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